Oh, I Did It Again: Black Dress For Visible Monday

I know, I wore a black dress for Visible Monday two weeks ago, and here’s another. How many black dresses does one woman need? Just one more, is my motto.

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This black dress was found on eBay, and it’s another COS design, the Scandi-cool company that makes good quality basics. The dress is super-stretchy and fun to wear; I love how it narrows at the hem for a modern shape. It has the best pockets ever, nice and deep and at the perfect height. I’ll layer it over smooth tees on a cooler day, about seven months from now.

A thrifted black and white scarf is a fine finishing touch, with double silver-tone necklaces, and ankle-wrap flats. My elbow scar makes me look like a multi-piece GI Joe, only not as scary.

The lipstick once again is “Dominate” by Laura Mercier, I think I love the name. And again, my hair is the Wiki by Ellen Wille. It’s one of my favorite wigs because the dark roots provide good contrast.

Ahem, someone has borrowed my scarf.

Now, let’s see what’s in your closet, Visible Women.

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47 Comments

Wonderful black dress! It really suits you! Gorgeous necklaces and hair that go so well with it.

I haven’t owned black dresses since I was 20-25. I think that’s when I wore my last LBD. But this year, I actually felt that I needed one! So I got one for Spring/Summer, and I now sense that another one for Autumn/Winter is in my future – so I can wear my colorful Russian shawls with it. <3

Totally agree Patti , you can never have too many wearable black dresses. This one looks so very good on you and will be so versatile. Kitty wears your scarf well.
Many thanks for hosting Visible Monday.

I don’t know how I started following you. I think your blog showed up in a recommended reads list. I have to say, as a 58 year old woman, I love seeing your style. I will admit it. I like fashion and I like to be noticed. I like seeing how you are putting looks together. I appreciate that you give us brands and most of all, I love love love that you share that you are wearing a wig. I would like to know more about that. My mom has such thinning hair and I think I am going to probably go down that road as well. I would like to know about comfort. How hot are they? She gets headaches from some hats so maybe this would not be an option for her but maybe for me. I’ve had days when I just don’t want to take the time to deal with it and who doesn’t love to switch it up from time to time.
Warmly, Pamela

Thank you Pamela for all your kind words. I’ve been wearing hair for years, from toppers to full wigs. I highly recommend your mom join the site Wig Support: http://www.wigsupport.com/forums/. They discuss *all* things wigs there, 24/7, and can answer any question. xo

Patti you are too cute! The kitty cat looks quite pleased with the scarf. love the addition of a pretty printed scarf to a lovely dress. love the moto, something i can get behind with wine. clothes, etc. the pairing of the necklaces is lovely and your shoes add just the perfect bit of color.
Have a great week!
jess xxhttp://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

You have the affinity for black dresses just like a native New Yorker. I’m so glad that you are spending time here. That wig is fabulous, I also like the contrast. Now if you can just recover your scarf!
❤️❤️❤️
Ellehttps://theellediaries.com/

Hi, Patti
I have a ton of black dresses of different sorts, too. Luckily, I read that it’s a good thing because there are so many different styles available. So I don’t worry about it. But now I want to start getting some little white dresses (or long ones, etc…) Lol!
Angiehttp://www.yourtrueselfblog.com

Nothing beats an all black dress – so versatile and looks good with all kinds of accessories! This look is so perfect for your Florida lifestyle! BTW, I’m headed to Cocoa Beach this weekend and plan to make a pit stop at Molly Mutt! Hoping I find some fabulous treasures!
xo,
Kellyann